Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Bergerac
A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.
3 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 6
A sparkling retreat which offers something for everyone, Pech Marty will delight all who stay there. Set in spacious grounds with views over the surrounding countryside towards the 'bastide' town of Monflanquin, this lovely stone building has been sympathetically restored to become a most relaxing and comfortable 'home from home'.
As you arrive, you're welcomed by a vibrant display of colour and greenery, with a wonderful variety of trees, plants, flowers, and an orchard filling the grounds. The space has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate everyone’s needs.
Families with small children will appreciate the enclosed garden, featuring a terrace and pergola at the front of the house. Early risers can enjoy breakfast on the rear terrace, while those seeking peace and quiet can unwind in the coppice of trees at the far end. Of course, the essential private swimming pool has not been forgotten: gated and enclosed, it is perfectly positioned to capture the panoramic views surrounding the property.
Decorated with flair and imagination, the interior combines restful cosiness with real charm. The open-plan dining room and kitchen, overlooking the enclosed garden, is equipped for all your self-catering needs. An antique door leads into the comfortably furnished living room, where colourful paintings and artefacts adorn the walls, adding character to the space.
Monflanquin (7km) offers all the amenities you could need, from a large supermarket and bakeries to a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars. Perched on a hilltop, Monflanquin is an excellent example of a bastide town, with streets running at right angles from a central square.
The bastide’s market still takes place every Thursday in the Place des Arcades. Climb to the square beyond the church for magnificent views to the north over meticulously ordered vineyards, fields of cereal crops, and, in season, a dazzling sea of yellow sunflowers.
Private enclosed heated swimming pool (10m x 5m) with Roman steps.
A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.
This is a great outing for a family as you will have the chance to see these magnificent wild boar in a natural environment where they forage and feed in the forests of oak and chestnut trees.
100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.
This traditional wooden barge will take you on a picturesque cruise down the river Dordogne from La Roque-Gageac to the Castelnaud bridge.
Open from June to the end of September this small waterpark offers you and your family the chance to cool off on the hot summer days and to keep children entertained for hours.
Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.
This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.
The dining rooms allow for views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the small library or among the chestnut trees.
Within the hotel grounds of the picture perfect Moulin de l'Abbaye hotel, set alongside the River Dronne and with a dining room oozing class and a waterside terrace with shaded trees, it would be difficult to find a spot in the world more idyllic than this!
The restaurant of this excellent 4-star hotel is one of the best in the region. The manor building is set in beautiful grounds, and chef, Ludovic Lavaud, harmoniously matches local products and traditional cuisine with a touch of oriental perfume. The cave is exceptional too.
Stone walls, high ceilings, charming surroundings and elegant table settings lure you into the restaurant, with precise modern day interpretations of classic regional food, made from the finest local produce.
Large bright dining rooms and a flowery terrace set the scene for a delicious meal. In the winter your food can be enjoyed in front of the large open fire place and in the summer, out on the open terrace looking out over town and surrounding countryside.
Perched high on a hill, this huge château was built and owned by the Gontaut-Biron family until the 20th century. Today is contains a mix of architectural styles, extravagant Renaissance and Gothic features combining with medieval. It has an interesting two-level chapel dating from the 14th century. The châeau is often used in period dramas and films.
The ruins of Château de Bonaguil house what is left of a castle constructed in the time of Louis XI, and then rebuilt in the 15th century. With its six towers and seven turrets, it was one of the most grand château in the region. It is heavily fortified with double walls and a leaf-shaped keep. It is a popular attraction and holds summer performances in its grounds.
Treat yourself to an intriguing discovery with this intimate and charming medieval castle. Walk in the garden and enjoy unforgettable views of the Nauze valley.
Discover the daily life of peasants who inhabited these underground dwellings in the Middle Ages, between the 13th & 18th centuries.
Founded by Gérard de Salles in 1115, and affiliated to the Cistercians, the Cadouin Abbey is an incredibly well-preserved example of religious architecture.
Self-titled as the "Unfinished Louvre in Périgord", this château combines medieval fortifications with an incomplete Renaissance palace.
Sitting proud on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Nauze valley, this fortified town boasts seven bell towers and an 11th century keep that is still standing, despite numerous invasions and wars.
A small but beautiful medieval village built around the Cadoudin Abbey, constructed by the Cistercians in the 12th century. It's situated very close to the neighbouring larger town of Le Buisson de Cadouin
Couze used to be a paper-making village and a number of its old mills are still in existence, using the power of the Couze river to turn the water wheel.
Founded in 1261, Lalinde was the first English bastide. Situated on the banks of the Dorgdogne, the town is also crossed by the Canal de Lalinde, constructed to bypass the dangerous rapids of Grand Thoret.
Very much a textbook bastide village, it's laid out in a grid fashion around a central square. Eymet, as it exists today, was founded by Alphonse de Poitiers in 1270.
Trémolat was originally home to a 6th century hermit, Saint-Cybard, before monks built their monastery here in the 9th century.